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Friday, November 15th, 2024
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A recent town hall in Pennsylvania focused on LGBTQ+ rights, examining pro-transgender legislation and promoting community, education, and solidarity. Daily Collegian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nittany Ballet, under new artistic direction, will present a re-imagined 'The Nutcracker' at Eisenhower Auditorium on Dec. 14-15, featuring guest performances and aiming to become a holiday tradition for audiences. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State University hosts a wide range of cultural events from Nov. 14-21, including performances, themed dinners, and various artistic exhibits. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State institutes are inviting faculty to apply for the inaugural Social Justice Research Council Equity Fellows program aimed at advancing inclusive excellence. Penn State
- ➤ A collaborative video game created at Penn State allows players to learn about bacteria communities through an abstract, immersive experience. Penn State
- ➤ Zachary Gray, the managing director of Penn State's Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization, guides students and veterans in a transformative 12-week nanotechnology course, leveraging his own career path shift and passion for education. Penn State
- ➤ University Park will sell additional student parking permits online with waived credit requirements for the 2024-25 academic year. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Penn State researchers have found that by adjusting the density of gelatin-based hydrogel microparticles in scaffolds, they can control cell shape and movement, potentially improving medical treatments for wound healing, cancer therapy, and organ regeneration. Penn State
- ➤ A study by the Penn State College of Medicine finds non-white patients have twice the risk of dying within 30 days after a carotid endarterectomy compared to white patients, underlining persistent racial disparities in vascular surgery outcomes. Penn State
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State women's basketball team secured a dominant victory over Niagara with a final score of 101-45, maintaining their unbeaten streak to start the season. Onward State
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South Hills Winter Reflections Craft Show 2024
Experience a delightful array of handmade goods and local food at the annual South Hills Winter Reflections Craft Show featuring over 50 vendors.
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Samara Joy: A Joyful Holiday at Penn State
Experience the enchanting vocals of three-time Grammy Award winner Samara Joy as she performs a festive mix of sacred and secular music in her debut at Penn State.
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DIY Wreath and Mini Sign Workshop
Experience a hands-on workshop where you'll create a beautiful wreath using fresh greenery and a personalized mini sign for the holidays.
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First Friday Holiday Celebration
Experience the festive atmosphere of downtown State College with activities including visits with Santa, a free holiday trolley, and complimentary hot cocoa and popcorn.
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Nittany Ballet’s The Nutcracker Performance
Nittany Ballet’s The Nutcracker offers a magical holiday experience featuring enchanting performances by toy soldiers and other beloved characters in a re-imagined production by Artistic Director Paul Gibson.
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CPDW's Dance Performance: Snow Day
This performance features students of the Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop showcasing various dance styles inspired by snow day activities and adventures.
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Beautiful Historic Bellefonte Home For Sale
Discover the Victorian charm and beauty as yesteryear's nostalgia blends with some of today's modern kitchen and bath conveniences in this 3-story 1890 built, stately brick and stone Queen Anne Victorian. The home has currently been in the same family for 79 years but was originally built for Bank President C. F. Montgomery and architecturally designed by famous Architect Samuel Fox.
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